Don Jazzy Explains Wizkid Release Power
National News – Don Jazzy has stirred conversations in the Nigerian music space after highlighting the strong influence of Wizkid on release schedules. Speaking during a recent discussion, Don Jazzy explained that while no single artist owns the music industry, practical realities often force others to adjust when a major star like Wizkid announces a […]
Africa’s Vast Mineral Wealth Revealed
Did You Know? Africa stands out as one of the world’s richest regions in natural resources, holding about 30% of the planet’s remaining mineral reserves. The continent is particularly dominant in precious metals, accounting for nearly 40% of global gold deposits and an impressive 90% of platinum reserves. This immense concentration of resources continues to […]
IPCR Boss Urges National Peace Policy Adoption
By Our Correspondent National News – The Director-General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution, Joseph Ochogwu, has called for the urgent adoption of Nigeria’s National Peace Policy to tackle rising insecurity. Speaking on Friday in Abuja during a high-level expert dialogue, he stressed that peace is not optional but essential for national stability. […]
NSCDC Rescues Teen From Libya Trafficking Plot
By Our Correspondent National News – The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has rescued a 15-year-old girl from an alleged human trafficking attempt to Libya. The incident occurred in Abuja, where officials intercepted a 46-year-old suspect accused of detaining the minor for two weeks. Authorities acted following a missing person report filed by […]
Court Adjourns Emefiele’s Case to May 4
By Our Correspondent National News – Justice Rahman Oshodi of the Ikeja Special Offences Court has adjourned the ongoing trial involving former Central Bank of Nigeria governor, Godwin Emefiele, to May 4, 2026, for a ruling on a disputed statement. The decision followed intense legal arguments on Friday over whether an extra-judicial statement made by […]
Moya Brennan Laid to Rest in Donegal
By Our Correspondent National News – Prominent Irish musicians and global stars gathered in County Donegal to bid farewell to legendary Celtic singer Moya Brennan, who was laid to rest following her death at age 73. The funeral took place at St Patrick’s Church in Meenaweal, near Crolly, where family, friends, and fans assembled to […]
Toyin Abraham Denies Payment Claims in Protégé Rift
By Our Correspondent National News – Nollywood actress Toyin Abraham has denied allegations about inflated payments to her former protégé, Abike Shugaa, following a viral video that reignited tensions between the two. The controversy surfaced on Friday, April 17, 2026, after Shugaa shared her experience working on the film Ijakumo: The Born Again Stripper, claiming […]
US Singer D4vd Arrested Over Teen’s Death
By Our Correspondent National News – D4vd, a US-based singer and TikTok personality, has been arrested by the Los Angeles Police Department over the alleged murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Authorities confirmed the arrest on Friday, stating that the 21-year-old suspect is currently being held without bail as investigations continue into the teenager’s death. […]
Oil Prices Plunge as Hormuz Reopens During Ceasefire
By Our Correspondent National News – Global oil prices fell sharply after Iran announced that the Strait of Hormuz would remain open to commercial shipping during a ceasefire agreement, easing fears of a major supply disruption that had recently pushed crude to multi-month highs. The move, announced by Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, came after […]
Anambra Probes Workers Over Absenteeism, Lateness
By Our Correspondent National News – The Anambra State Government has commenced a disciplinary probe of civil servants accused of lateness and absenteeism in the state public service following an unscheduled inspection visit by Governor Chukwuma Soludo in March 2026 at the State Secretariat, Awka, where more than 90 percent of workers were reportedly absent […]